Stake attention in this memory
The image is of a historical information plaque with a house-shaped top, located in the Township of Langley, Canada. The plaque is primarily gray with black text and has several carved panels depicting Native Canadian artwork. The title at the top reads "Spirit Square Panels." The text on the plaque is divided into sections. The top section discusses the Kwantlen people and a legend about their ancestors being wolf descendants. It mentions oral traditions, transformation, and the significance of the "tireless runner." The middle section describes the Colonial History, represented by a Beaver, which is associated with the fur trade and the establishment of Fort Langley in 1858. It states that the beaver is a symbol of the engineer and builder of the colony. The lower section focuses on Post Colonial period, represented by a Salmon. It highlights the importance of the salmon industry to the First Nations and other communities along the Fraser River. It also serves as a reminder to honor and respect the river and its resources. To the bottom right of the plaque, it states "Dedicated to the Kwantlen people; Past, Present and Future." Below this, it reads "Design and Carving by Drew Atkins and Xwa-lack-tun (2008)." Below this, on the left side, is the logo for the "Township of Langley" with "Est. 1873" underneath. The plaque is mounted outdoors, as indicated by the visible texture of a paved surface and some dirt or debris at the very bottom edge of the image. There is a sliver of a yellow curb or brick visible at the top left, suggesting it's near a street or sidewalk. A person's white sneaker is visible at the bottom right, indicating a person was present when the photo was taken, likely the photographer.
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